Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100
90 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
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95 Imaging
36 Features
34 Overall
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the WG-4 (16MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The WG-4 was manufactured 4 years after the ST100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh WG-4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the WG-4 matches up vs the ST100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh WG-4 & Samsung ST100. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh WG-4 Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Samsung ST100
WG-4 | ST100 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 50 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Ricoh WG-4
ST100 | WG-4 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh WG-4 and Samsung ST100
WG-4 | ST100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh WG-4 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WG-4 versus the ST100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-4 and ST100 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-4 and ST100.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 to provide extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent WG-4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Ricoh WG-4 vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh WG-4 | Samsung ST100 |
Category | Waterproof | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $330 | $250 |